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MapQuest, launched in 1996, is one of the earliest and most popular online mapping services. Its origin, however, traces back to even earlier roots in cartography. The company behind MapQuest was originally called Cartographic Services, founded in 1967 as a division of R.R. Donnelley & Sons, a major American printing company. The service was originally intended to help travelers with printed maps but evolved significantly with the advent of the internet, becoming a digital resource for navigation and travel planning. As it moved online, MapQuest became a pioneering player in web-based mapping, offering a range of features and innovations that changed the way people approached travel.

Early History and the Birth of Online Mapping
In its early years, MapQuest’s parent company focused on creating printed maps. However, as technology advanced, so did the company's methods. In 1994, the company changed its name to GeoSystems Global Corporation, reflecting its shift toward digital mapping. By 1996, GeoSystems launched MapQuest.com, positioning itself as one of the first online mapping services. It quickly became a popular choice for people seeking driving directions and maps online, competing with printed atlases and foldable maps as it offered an unprecedented level of convenience.

MapQuest's timing couldn’t have been better. The mid-1990s saw a surge in internet use, and the concept of accessing maps online was revolutionary. Travelers could visit MapQuest.com, enter an origin and a destination, and receive turn-by-turn directions almost instantly. This was a substantial improvement over paper maps and quickly attracted a large user base. By 1999, MapQuest was widely recognized as a leader in digital mapping, especially in the U.S.

Distribution : Internet
Platform(s) : Genesis (Megadrive) - Gizmondo - Intellivision - iPad - iPod Classic - Leapster

Links

• https://mapdirections.app/